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Many of your body’s systems play a role in balance but your “vestibular labyrinth” also know as your inner ear is your body’s primary balance organ.  This means that problems with your inner ear can cause both hearing loss and balance problems. Dizziness and vertigo can be caused by several things: inner ear disorders, medications, poor circulations, and blood pressure problems.  Balance Exercises Hearing Loss Communication Tricks Get hearing aids as soon as recommended.  Always, update, as hearing changes. Most…

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The MIND Diet, which stands for “Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay,” is a dietary plan developed to promote brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. It combines elements of two well-known diets: the Mediterranean Diet and the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Diet. The MIND Diet is designed to emphasizes foods that have been linked to brain health. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) is the early stage of cognitive ability loss (such as language/hearing/ visual/spatial perception) in…

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Cognitive reserve refers to the brain’s ability to improvise and find alternate ways of getting tasks done. It reflects your brain’s ability for finding skills and capacities to cope with problems. This concept helps explain why some individuals are more resilient to brain aging, brain fog & impending dementia. Incorporating the following practices into daily life can help build and maintain cognitive reserve, leading to better mental resilience and a reduced risk of cognitive decline with aging. To follow are…

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A hybrid model combines the benefits of technology and human assistance can certainly be beneficial, leveraging automation and technology where appropriate while also necessitating your advocacy. preparation Regular reassessment of the balance between technology and human assistance is important. However, good preparation and documentation is the KEY ADVOCATE = ASK

GERD, or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, is a chronic digestive disorder where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, regurgitation, chest pain, and difficulty swallowing. Diet can play a significant role in managing GERD symptoms. Tips for Managing GERD through Diet: It’s important to note that everyone’s tolerance to specific foods may vary. Keeping a food diary can help you identify which foods trigger or worsen your GERD symptoms.  Be your best advocate.

Don’t ya just hate it when you go to get something in another room and have to go back to where you started to remember! Brain fog is characterized as difficulty focusing, sluggish thinking, and memory lapses. It is a complex condition. It appears with chronic insomnia, head injuries, drug side effects, strokes, depression, and can happen after chemo and some long lasting COVID. In a research study done by Healthy Aging Programs at Cedars-Mt. Sinai Medical Center several helpful…

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In the state of South Carolina, Medicare data tells us that MD order Home Health Care on only 3-14%patients that could benefit.  Medicare pays for all PRESCRIBED skilled care. However, you need to ADVOCATE for your needs. Medicare is an insurance company and only pays for prescriptive care. So, start the conversation with your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Key factors you need to ADVOCATE! Home health care is usually less expensive, more convenient than shorter inpatient care. The…

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Knowing new modalities, that may benefit you is an important part of your healthcare advocacy. ASK! Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is a critical component of healthcare that focuses on using nutrition interventions to manage and treat various medical conditions. The importance of medical nutrition therapy can be understood in several key aspects: Medical nutrition therapy can be of utmost importance in disease management, nutritional support, preventive care, individualized care, collaborative healthcare, and improving patient outcomes. ASK your healthcare partner if…

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